Driver CDL NE 1

AMI Metals; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a trained truck driver to operate a tractor-trailer, delivering or picking up merchandise regionally with safety and regulatory compliance. You will inspect, load/unload, and log daily activities following FMCSA rules.

The role requires a CDL, road test, insurability, and MVR standards; minimum two years of commercial driving experience preferred. W2 full-time position located on-site.

Qualifications

• 2 years of commercial driving experience with relevant cargo preferred.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) per assigned vehicle type required.
• Successful completion of a road test required.
• Ability to meet company insurability standards required.
• FMCSA drug and alcohol clearinghouse requirements.
• Driver qualification per Federal regulations (49 CFR part 391) required.
• MVR quality criteria per Federal regulations and company policy required.
• Basic knowledge of laws and government regulations for commercial vehicle operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicles with a GVWR over 26,001 lbs to deliver or pick up goods regionally or locally.
• Follow safety procedures and secure cargo for transport (tarps may be used).
• Safely maneuver trucks into loading/unloading positions.
• Load and unload vehicles as required.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness and safety equipment.
• Record inspection data on DVIR as required by FMCSA.
• Use ELD to log daily activities as required by FMCSA.
• Report traffic incidents, accidents, violations, or vehicle damage to supervision.
• Read bills of lading/manifests for assignment details and verify documents.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

CDL required

FMCSA compliance

Drug/alcohol clearinghouse

MVR standards

Reading/comprehension of instructions

Basic math/measurements

Decision making

Teamwork with supervisors/customers

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for driving a tractor-trailer in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations as well as company policies and procedures for transporting various materials in a safe and timely manner.

Physical Requirements

Walk(Move, Traverse), Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for operating commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating over 26,001 lbs to deliver or pick up merchandise, materials, and equipment to assigned regional and/or local destination and/or customers in a timely fashion.
• Follows appropriate safety procedures for transporting goods including securement of cargo for transport (may include use of tarps).
• Safely maneuvers trucks into loading or unloading positions.
• Loads and unloads vehicles as required.
• Performs daily vehicle inspections (as defined by the FMCSA) to ensure that the trucks are roadworthy and that safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Records any inspection information or list of defects on the Daily Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) as required by the FMCSA.
• Uses an electronic logging device (ELD) to log daily activities as required by the FMCSA.
• Reports traffic incidents, including, traffic accidents and violations, or damage to the vehicles to supervisory staff.
• Reads bills of lading and manifests to determine assignment details.
• Checks all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate and obtains receipts or signatures for delivered goods or collects payment for services when required.
• Responsible for adhering to safety processes and protocols.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• 2 years of commercial driving experience with relevant cargo preferred.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) per assigned vehicle type required.
• Successful completion of a road test required.
• Ability to meet company insurability standards required.
• Ability to meet FMCSA drug and alcohol clearinghouse requirements.
• Ability to meet all driver qualification requirements per Federal regulations (per 49 CFR part 391) required.
• Ability to meet current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) quality criteria as defined by Federal regulations and/or company policy required.
• Basic knowledge of laws and government regulations and/or agency rules pertaining to commercial vehicle operations required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.
• Basic measurement and arithmetic skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and customers/vendors required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN